HS Code Subheading

Organo-sulphur compounds; thiuram mono-, di- or tetrasulphides

2930.30 Subheading
Section VI — Products of the chemical or allied industries

About HS Code 293030

This category covers specific organo-sulphur compounds, particularly thiuram mono-, di-, or tetrasulphides. These chemicals are indispensable in various industrial applications, most notably as accelerators in rubber vulcanization, as fungicides in agriculture, and as intermediates in other chemical syntheses. The primary importers and exporters are chemical suppliers, rubber manufacturers, and agricultural chemical companies. Key considerations in their trade include their specific chemical properties for desired applications, environmental regulations regarding their use, and the need for high purity to ensure efficacy in end products.

Products Under This Code

Tetramethylthiuram disulfide (TMTD), Tetraethylthiuram disulfide (TETD), Dipentamethylenethiuram tetrasulfide (DPTT), Thiram, Ziram, Disulfiram

Real World Examples

Lanxess (for rubber chemicals), UPL (for fungicides), Chemtura (now part of Lanxess), Sumitomo Chemical

Common Misclassification

These compounds may be confused with other organo-sulphur compounds (e.g., 2930.90 for 'other' organo-sulphur compounds) or even formulated pesticides (Chapter 38) if they are in a ready-to-use form.

Products Classified Under 2930.30

Industry

This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.

Trade Overview

China, India, USA, and European countries are significant players in the trade of these organo-sulphur compounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 293030?

HS code 293030 covers: Organo-sulphur compounds; thiuram mono-, di- or tetrasulphides. This category covers specific organo-sulphur compounds, particularly thiuram mono-, di-, or tetrasulphides. These chemicals are indispensable in various industrial applications, most notably as accelerators in rubber vulcanization, as fungicides in agriculture, and as intermediates in other chemical syntheses. The primary importers and exporters are chemical suppliers, rubber manufacturers, and agricultural chemical companies. Key considerations in their trade include their specific chemical properties for desired applications, environmental regulations regarding their use, and the need for high purity to ensure efficacy in end products.

What products fall under HS code 293030?

Tetramethylthiuram disulfide (TMTD), Tetraethylthiuram disulfide (TETD), Dipentamethylenethiuram tetrasulfide (DPTT), Thiram, Ziram, Disulfiram

What are common misclassifications for HS code 293030?

These compounds may be confused with other organo-sulphur compounds (e.g., 2930.90 for 'other' organo-sulphur compounds) or even formulated pesticides (Chapter 38) if they are in a ready-to-use form.

How is HS code 293030 structured?

HS code 293030 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (30) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.